Cost to file chapter 7 in California

The chapter 7 filing fees in California are $338, but that doesn’t tell the whole story of the real cost to file bankruptcy. Bankruptcy lawyers usually charge between $1,000 and $2,000 to file a chapter 7 case, in addition to the filing fee.

California Bankruptcy Court Locations

As you may already know, bankruptcy law is federal law and the bankruptcy courts are located in federal courthouses. Each state is divided into federal districts, which are further divided into federal divisions. Typically, each division has its own courthouse to serve locals and to ensure that people aren’t forced to trek to far-away district courts when they file bankruptcy, bring a lawsuit, or participate in jury duty.

California is divided into four districts: the Eastern, Central, Northern and Southern districts. Below are links to each court’s bankruptcy website if you are looking for information on court locations in your area and their contact information.

Central District of California Bankruptcy Court

This is the largest bankruptcy court in the United States, with locations in Los Angeles, Riverside, Santa Ana, Santa Barbara, and the San Fernando Valley. Find your court here.

Northern District of California Bankruptcy Court

Divisional offices in Oakland, San Jose, Santa Rosa, and San Francisco. Find your court here.

Eastern District of California Bankruptcy Court

Divisional offices in Sacramento, Fresno, Modesto, and Bakersfield. Find your court here.

Southern District of California Bankruptcy Court

This includes the San Diego courthouse: 325 W. F St., San Diego, CA 92101, (619) 557-5620

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